TRAINING CENTER PROGRAMS
The primary objective of the HVAC/R-MAR Technician Program is to provide students with training and experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems across a wide spectrum of applications. The program offers topics such as theory, equipment components and operation, and provides students with the basic skills and knowledge to secure entry level employment in the HVAC, major appliance, electrical and facilities management industries.
Example of Class Types
Electricity for HVAC, Compression Refrigeration, Controls, Heating Systems |
Day and Night Classes: Day and Night Classes |
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Pre-requisites required: 35 weeks (9 months) Summary of Program Requirements Applicants must: (1) provide proof of high school diploma or recognized equivalency, (2) be proficient in speaking, writing, reading, and comprehending English, (3) have a personal interview with an authorized representative of the school, (4) complete a Health Affidavit/Screening, and (5) have a valid drivers license, state issued ID, or passport. Skills Needed Electricity for HVAC, Compression Refrigeration, Controls, Heating Systems |
![]() Horn Lake, MS Ridgeland, MS Contact (866) 733.6652 |
Heating and Air Conditioning Technology is a post-secondary instructional program that prepares individuals to work in engineering departments or private firms installing, maintaining, and operating small or medium air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems. Instruction prepares individuals to work in a commercial setting performing special tasks relating to designing duct work, assembly, installation, servicing, operation, and maintenance of heating and cooling systems according to the standards of the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers, Inc., Air Conditioning Contractors of American (ACCA), and Air Conditioning Refrigeration Institute (ARI). Included are air conditioning, heating and refrigeration devices; equipment, techniques, and systems; and maintenance and operation of these systems
Example of Class Types
Electricity for HVAC, Compression Refrigeration, Controls, Heating Systems |
Day and Night Classes: Contact for more information |
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Pre-requisites required: 30 hour Career Certificate | 45 hour Technical Certificate | 60 hour Associate of Applied Science Summary of Program Requirements Applicants must apply for East Central Community College admission and be accepted. Skills Needed Electricity for HVAC, Compression Refrigeration, Controls, Heating Systems |
![]() Decatur Contact Harold Hollingsworth 601-635-6259 hhollingsworth@ecccedu |
Heating and Air Conditioning Technology is a post-secondary instructional program that prepares individuals to work in engineering departments or private firms installing, maintaining, and operating small or medium air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems. Instruction prepares individuals to work in a commercial setting performing special tasks relating to designing duct work, assembly, installation, servicing, operation, and maintenance of heating and cooling systems according to the standards of the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers, Inc., Air Conditioning Contractors of American (ACCA), and Air Conditioning Refrigeration Institute (ARI). Included are air conditioning, heating and refrigeration devices; equipment, techniques, and systems; and maintenance and operation of these systems
Example of Class Types
Electricity for HVAC, Compression Refrigeration, Controls, Heating Systems |
Day and Night Classes: Day Classes Only |
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Pre-requisites required: Technical Certificate | Advanced Technical Certificate | Associate of Applied Science Summary of Program Requirements Applicants must meet HCC admission requirements. Skills Needed Electricity for HVAC, Compression Refrigeration, Controls, Heating Systems |
![]() Goodman, Grenada Contact Roxanne Harrison (662) 227-2350 rharrision@holmescc.edu |
Heating and Air Conditioning Technology is a post-secondary instructional program that prepares individuals to work in engineering departments or private firms installing, maintaining, and operating small or medium air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems. Instruction prepares individuals to work in a commercial setting performing special tasks relating to designing duct work, assembly, installation, servicing, operation, and maintenance of heating and cooling systems according to the standards of the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers, Inc., Air Conditioning Contractors of American (ACCA), and Air Conditioning Refrigeration Institute (ARI). Included are air conditioning, heating and refrigeration devices; equipment, techniques, and systems; and maintenance and operation of these systems.
Example of Class Types
Electricity for HVAC, Compression Refrigeration, Controls, Heating Systems |
Day and Night Classes: Day and Night Classes |
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Pre-requisites required: 2 year Associate of Applied Science Summary of Program Requirements Applicants must apply and be accepted to ICC. Skills Needed Electricity for HVAC, Compression Refrigeration, Controls, Heating Systems |
![]() Belden Center Contact Charles Spencer 662.407.1401 cwspencer@iccms.edu |
Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology (HVAC), at the Senatobia campus, provides majors an opportunity to learn theoretical principles and practical applications that affect the control of temperature, humidity and the quality of air, design, testing, installation and development of heating and cooling systems and knowledge of how to service and repair in both residential and commercial markets. Our program is accredited by the Partnership for Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Accreditation (PAHRA). PAHRA is an independent, third party organization that is a partnership between heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) educators and the HVACR industry that will award accreditation to programs that have met and/or exceeded industry validated standards.
Example of Class Types
Electricity for HVAC, Compression Refrigeration, Controls, Heating Systems |
Day and Night Classes: Day |
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Pre-requisites required: Associate of Applied Science Degree (All students acquiring a degree must obtain universal EPA certification prior to graduation.) Vocational Certificate Program (Students acquiring a certificate must obtain Type I and Type II EPA certification.) Summary of Program Requirements Applicants must apply for Northwest admission and be accepted. Students who wish to enter the program must have an ACT composite score of 15. Skills Needed Electricity for HVAC, Compression Refrigeration, Controls, Heating Systems |
![]() Senatobia Contact Josh Buchanan 662-562-3387 jbuchanan@northwestms.edu |